books.google.ca - Professor William Waterman Sherman intends to fly across the Pacific Ocean. But through a twist of fate, he lands on Krakatoa, and discovers a world of unimaginable wealth, eccentric inhabitants, and incredible balloon inventions. Winner of the 1948 Newbery Medal, this classic fantasy-adventure is now...http://books.google.ca/books/about/The_Twenty_One_Balloons.html?id=7VVkZcAsr_0C&utm_source=gb-gplus-shareThe Twenty-One Balloons

The Twenty-One Balloons

Professor William Waterman Sherman intends to fly across the Pacific Ocean. But through a twist of fate, he lands on Krakatoa, and discovers a world of unimaginable wealth, eccentric inhabitants, and incredible balloon inventions. Winner of the 1948 Newbery Medal, this classic fantasy-adventure is now available in a handsome new edition. "William Pne du Bois combines his rich imagination, scientific tastes, and brilliant artistry to tell a story that has no age limit." -- The Horn Book

This was an AMAZING book. It was very fascinating with all of the diamonds and foods. This is a must read book.

Review: The Twenty-One Balloons

User Review - Eric Svenningson - Goodreads

I loved this book when I was a kid so I decided to pick it up again and see if it was still as good as i remember....it is! This has been and always will be one of my favorite short books. If you've never read it, do yourself a favor and pick up a copy! Well worth it!Read full review